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SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026 – 1,538 Junior Associate Vacancies
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SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026 is open for 1,538 Junior Associate vacancies under a special backlog recruitment drive. Eligible SC, ST and OBC candidates can apply online from 7 August to 27 August 2026. Check eligibility, fee, selection proces...
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State Bank of India (SBI) has released the SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026 notification for the recruitment of Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales) under a Special Recruitment Drive. A total of 1,538 backlog vacancies have been announced for eligible candidates belonging to the SC, ST and OBC categories.
The online application process has started from 07 August 2026. Eligible candidates can submit their applications through the official SBI Careers portal up to 27 August 2026. Candidates are advised to complete the application process well before the last date to avoid any last-minute technical or payment-related issues.
The Junior Associate post is part of the clerical cadre of State Bank of India. Selected candidates may be assigned duties related to customer service, banking transactions, account operations, sales and other clerical activities according to the requirements of the Bank.
This recruitment is a Special Recruitment Drive for backlog vacancies. Therefore, candidates should carefully verify their category eligibility before applying. The current 1,538 vacancies are intended for eligible SC, ST and OBC candidates as prescribed by SBI.
Candidates applying for the Junior Associate post must fulfil the prescribed educational qualification, age limit, local language requirement, nationality conditions and other eligibility criteria mentioned in the official notification. The required educational qualification is graduation in any discipline from a recognised university or an equivalent qualification, subject to the conditions specified by SBI.
The selection process includes the prescribed online Preliminary Examination and Main Examination, followed by the applicable Local Language Proficiency Test. Candidates who qualify the required stages and satisfy all eligibility and document-verification requirements will be considered for final selection and appointment as Junior Associates.
The Preliminary Examination covers English Language, Numerical Ability and Reasoning Ability. The Main Examination covers General/Financial Awareness, General English, Quantitative Aptitude and Reasoning/Computer Aptitude. Candidates should prepare according to the detailed syllabus and examination pattern prescribed by SBI.
Candidates must also satisfy the applicable local language proficiency requirement for the State/UT for which they apply. The specific local language and documentary requirements should be checked carefully in the official recruitment notification.
To apply, candidates need to visit the official SBI Careers website, open the Current Openings section, locate the SBI Clerk Junior Associate Special Recruitment Drive 2026 notification, complete the online registration, enter the required personal and educational details, upload the prescribed documents, pay the applicable fee and submit the application form.
Candidates should carefully verify all information before final submission. After submitting the application, they should download and save a copy of the completed application form, registration details and payment receipt for future reference.
Candidates are advised to regularly check the official SBI Careers portal for updates regarding the examination date, admit card, examination centre, result, Local Language Proficiency Test and final selection.
The SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026 Special Recruitment Drive provides an opportunity for eligible SC, ST and OBC candidates to apply for 1,538 Junior Associate vacancies. Interested candidates should read the complete official notification carefully and submit their application before 27 August 2026.
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Introduction
State Bank of India (SBI) has released the SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026 notification for recruitment to the post of Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales) in the clerical cadre. Under this Special Recruitment Drive, SBI is inviting online applications for 1,538 backlog vacancies reserved for eligible candidates belonging to the Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST), and Other Backward Class (OBC) categories.
The SBI Clerk Junior Associate post is one of the major clerical-level banking opportunities offered by the State Bank of India. Selected candidates will work in the clerical cadre and may be engaged in customer service, account-related activities, banking operations, sales and other duties assigned by the Bank according to its operational requirements.
The online registration process for the SBI Clerk Special Recruitment Drive 2026 has commenced on 07 August 2026. Eligible candidates can submit their applications through the official SBI Careers portal up to 27 August 2026. Candidates should not wait until the last date because incomplete applications, incorrect information, or unsuccessful fee/payment transactions may result in rejection.
This recruitment drive is specifically intended to fill backlog vacancies in the reserved categories. Therefore, candidates should carefully verify their category eligibility before applying. Candidates belonging to the Unreserved (General) category should note that this particular 1,538-vacancy Special Recruitment Drive is not a general-category recruitment notification.
Candidates applying for Junior Associate vacancies must satisfy the prescribed educational qualification, age limit, local language requirement, nationality/citizenship conditions and other eligibility criteria mentioned by SBI. The basic educational requirement is graduation, subject to the detailed conditions prescribed in the official notification.
The recruitment process involves the prescribed online examination stages followed by the applicable Local Language Proficiency Test (LPT). Candidates who qualify the required stages and fulfil all eligibility and verification requirements will be considered for appointment as Junior Associates in SBI.
Candidates should carefully read the complete official notification before submitting the application form. Particular attention should be given to the State/UT-wise vacancy distribution, applicable reserved-category conditions, local language requirement, age calculation date, application fee, examination pattern, selection procedure and document requirements.
Applicants are advised to use only the official SBI recruitment portal for submitting the application. After successful submission, candidates should download and preserve the completed application form, registration details, fee/payment receipt and other relevant documents for future reference.
The official SBI Careers portal should also be checked regularly for future updates regarding examination dates, call letters, examination centres, results, local language test, provisional selection, document verification and appointment-related instructions.
SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| # | Event | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | SBI Clerk Notification / Application Start | 07 August 2026 |
| 2 | Online Application Last Date | 27 August 2026 |
| 3 | Application Fee Payment Last Date | 27 August 2026 |
| 4 | Preliminary Examination Date | To Be Announced |
| 5 | Main Examination Date | To Be Announced |
| 6 |
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| OBC | ₹750/- |
| SC / ST | Nil |
SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026 application fee for the Special Recruitment Drive.
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales) | SC | 609 |
| Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales) | ST | 312 |
| Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales) | OBC | 617 |
| Total | SC + ST + OBC | 1,538 |
Category-wise vacancy distribution for SBI Clerk Junior Associate Special Recruitment Drive 2026.
SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Applicants should carefully verify the following eligibility conditions before submitting the online application for the SBI Clerk Special Recruitment Drive 2026.
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Educational Qualification
Candidates should hold a graduation degree in any discipline from a recognised university or an equivalent qualification recognised by the Central Government. Candidates appearing in the final year/semester should satisfy the conditions prescribed in the official SBI notification.
02
Age Limit
The prescribed age limit for Junior Associate is generally 20 to 28 years, subject to the crucial date and other conditions specified in the official notification. Upper-age relaxation is applicable to eligible reserved-category candidates according to Government of India rules and SBI provisions.
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Category Eligibility
This is a Special Recruitment Drive for backlog vacancies reserved for eligible SC, ST and OBC candidates. Candidates must possess valid category documentation as required by SBI. Candidates should verify the applicable category conditions before applying.
04
Local Language Requirement
Candidates must have proficiency in the specified local language of the State/UT for which they apply, as prescribed by SBI. Candidates should check the applicable local language and the documentary requirements in the official notification.
05
Nationality / Citizenship
Candidates must satisfy the nationality or citizenship conditions prescribed by State Bank of India and applicable Government of India rules for the Junior Associate post.
06
Other Eligibility Conditions
Candidates must satisfy all additional conditions relating to reservation, documents, character, eligibility, State/UT preference and other requirements mentioned in the official recruitment notification.
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SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
The selection process for SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026 is conducted through the prescribed online examination stages followed by the applicable Local Language Proficiency Test (LPT). Candidates must qualify the required stages and satisfy all eligibility and document-verification requirements for final selection.
1
Preliminary Examination
Eligible candidates will first appear for the SBI Clerk Preliminary Examination. The examination is conducted online and tests candidates in English Language, Numerical Ability and Reasoning Ability.
2
Main Examination
Candidates who qualify the Preliminary Examination as per the prescribed criteria will be shortlisted for the Main Examination. The Main Examination evaluates candidates through sections covering General/Financial Awareness, General English, Quantitative Aptitude and Reasoning/Computer Aptitude.
3
Local Language Proficiency Test
Candidates must demonstrate proficiency in the specified local language applicable to the State/UT for which they have applied. Candidates who have already studied the specified local language as a subject in the prescribed educational qualification may be exempt from appearing in the separate language test, subject to SBI's applicable rules.
4
Document Verification
Shortlisted candidates are required to produce original certificates and documents supporting their educational qualification, category, age, identity, local language qualification and other eligibility claims. SBI may verify all submitted information before appointment.
5
Final Selection
Candidates who qualify the prescribed examination stages, satisfy the applicable local language requirement and successfully complete document verification will be considered for final selection and appointment as Junior Associates, subject to SBI's recruitment rules.
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Exam Pattern
The SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026 selection examination consists of an online Preliminary Examination followed by the Main Examination. Candidates who qualify the required examination stage are required to fulfil the applicable Local Language Proficiency Test (LPT) requirement.
SBI Clerk Preliminary Examination Pattern
| Subject | Number of Questions | Maximum Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 30 | 30 | 20 Minutes |
| Numerical Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 Minutes |
| Reasoning Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 Minutes |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 60 Minutes |
The Preliminary Examination is an objective-type online test. Candidates are required to qualify the examination as per the prescribed SBI criteria to proceed to the next stage.
SBI Clerk Main Examination Pattern
| Section | Number of Questions | Maximum Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| General/Financial Awareness | 50 | 50 | 35 Minutes |
| General English | 40 | 40 | 35 Minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 50 | 50 | 45 Minutes |
| Reasoning Ability & Computer Aptitude | 50 | 60 | 45 Minutes |
| Total | 190 | 200 | 160 Minutes |
The Main Examination is also conducted online and consists of objective-type questions. Candidates should prepare all sections according to the detailed syllabus and examination instructions issued by SBI.
Negative Marking
As per the SBI Clerk examination pattern, incorrect answers in the objective tests attract a penalty of one-fourth of the marks assigned to the question. Candidates should therefore attempt questions carefully and avoid unnecessary guessing.
Local Language Proficiency Test
Candidates must fulfil the prescribed Local Language Proficiency Test requirement for the State/UT for which they have applied. The applicable language and language-test requirements should be checked carefully in the official SBI recruitment notification.
Syllabus
The SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026 examination syllabus is based on the subjects prescribed for the Preliminary and Main Examination. Candidates should prepare each section systematically and focus on speed, accuracy and regular practice.
SBI Clerk Preliminary Examination Syllabus
1. English Language
- Reading Comprehension
- Cloze Test
- Error Detection
- Sentence Improvement
- Fill in the Blanks
- Para Jumbles
- Vocabulary
- Synonyms and Antonyms
- Phrase Replacement
- Word Usage
2. Numerical Ability
- Simplification and Approximation
- Number Series
- Percentage
- Ratio and Proportion
- Average
- Profit and Loss
- Simple and Compound Interest
- Time and Work
- Time, Speed and Distance
- Data Interpretation
- Mensuration
- Probability and basic arithmetic topics
3. Reasoning Ability
- Puzzles and Seating Arrangement
- Syllogism
- Inequality
- Coding-Decoding
- Blood Relations
- Direction and Distance
- Alphanumeric Series
- Order and Ranking
- Input-Output
- Logical Reasoning
- Statement and Conclusion
- Data Sufficiency
SBI Clerk Main Examination Syllabus
1. General / Financial Awareness
- Current Affairs
- Banking Awareness
- Financial Awareness
- Indian Banking System
- RBI and Monetary Policy
- Government Schemes
- National and International Financial Events
- Important Banking and Economic Terms
- Static General Awareness
2. General English
- Reading Comprehension
- Grammar
- Vocabulary
- Error Detection
- Sentence Correction
- Cloze Test
- Fillers
- Para Jumbles
- Word Usage
3. Quantitative Aptitude
- Data Interpretation
- Arithmetic
- Percentage
- Ratio and Proportion
- Average
- Profit and Loss
- Interest
- Time and Work
- Time and Distance
- Mixture and Allegation
- Number System
- Mensuration
4. Reasoning Ability & Computer Aptitude
- Logical Reasoning
- Puzzles and Seating Arrangement
- Syllogism
- Inequality
- Coding-Decoding
- Data Sufficiency
- Statement-Based Questions
- Computer Fundamentals
- Computer Hardware and Software
- Internet and Networking
- Operating Systems
- MS Office and Basic Computer Applications
Candidates should use the detailed official SBI notification as the final reference for the prescribed syllabus, examination pattern and any changes applicable to the 2026 recruitment.
Salary & Benefits
Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales) is a clerical-cadre position in the State Bank of India (SBI). The post carries the pay scale, allowances and service benefits applicable to Junior Associates under the prevailing SBI rules.
Pay Scale
The Junior Associate post carries the prescribed SBI clerical pay scale. The starting basic pay, increments, allowances and other components of compensation are governed by the applicable SBI service rules and the terms specified in the recruitment notification.
Salary Components
- Basic Pay: As prescribed for SBI Junior Associates.
- Dearness Allowance (DA): Payable according to the applicable banking industry rules.
- House Rent Allowance (HRA): Applicable as per the place of posting and prevailing SBI rules.
- Transport / Other Allowances: Applicable allowances are provided according to SBI rules and the employee's place of posting.
- Other Benefits: Eligible employees receive benefits and facilities applicable to the clerical cadre, subject to SBI's service regulations.
Job Benefits
Selected candidates become part of the clerical cadre of State Bank of India and are entitled to the service benefits applicable to the post. These may include allowances, leave benefits, medical-related facilities and other benefits according to the Bank's prevailing rules and policies.
Important: Candidates should refer to the official SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026 notification for the exact pay scale, starting basic pay, allowances, probation conditions and other service benefits applicable to this recruitment.
How to Apply for SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026
Eligible candidates can submit the application form for SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026 through the official State Bank of India Careers portal. Candidates should complete the registration and application process carefully and ensure that all information entered in the application form matches their original documents.
1
Visit the Official SBI Careers Website
Visit the official State Bank of India website and open the Careers / Current Openings section. Locate the recruitment notification for Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales) – Special Recruitment Drive 2026.
2
Open the Online Application
Click on the relevant Apply Online link for SBI Clerk Junior Associate Recruitment 2026. Carefully read the instructions displayed on the application page before beginning the registration process.
3
Complete New Registration
Enter the required basic information such as name, mobile number and email address to complete the registration. After successful registration, the system will generate the required login or registration credentials.
4
Fill Personal and Educational Details
Log in using the registration credentials and enter your personal information, date of birth, category, educational qualification, State/UT preference, local language details and other information requested in the application form.
5
Upload Required Documents
Upload the prescribed photograph, signature and other documents in the required format and size. Ensure that all uploaded documents are clear, valid and readable before proceeding.
6
Verify Application Details
Carefully review every field entered in the application form before final submission. Check your name, date of birth, category, educational qualification, communication details and other information against your original documents.
7
Pay the Applicable Application Fee
Pay the applicable application fee through the payment method provided on the official application portal. Candidates should ensure that the payment transaction is completed successfully before closing the application page.
8
Submit the Application Form
After completing all required fields and successfully making the applicable payment, submit the application form within the prescribed application period. The last date for submitting the online application is 27 August 2026.
9
Download and Print the Application
After successful submission, download and save a copy of the completed application form and payment receipt. Candidates should keep these documents safely for future reference, examination and document-verification purposes.
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Documents Required for SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026
Candidates should keep the required documents and information ready before starting the SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026 online application. The documents should be clear, valid and prepared according to the size, format and other specifications prescribed by SBI in the official notification.
Important Instructions for SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026
Candidates should carefully follow the instructions below before submitting the SBI Clerk Junior Associate application form. Any mistake in the application, incorrect information, incomplete submission or failure to satisfy the prescribed eligibility conditions may affect candidature.
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